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Work History
Education
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Affiliations
Certification
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Dean Wallis

Deltona,FL

Summary


I lead with integrity, accountability, and purpose by building trust within the community and within the ranks. I apply tactical leadership to drive operational excellence, develop future leaders, and turn high-stakes challenges into mission success.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

CST Sergeant

Volusia Sheriff's Office
08.2024 - Current
  • Investigated complaints brought by members of community by conducting interviews and compiling evidence.
  • Developed strong relationships with community members through regular interactions and meetings, building trust that led to valuable tips and information in narcotics investigations.
  • Acquired and executed warrants to capture persons of interest and case evidence.
  • Initiated proactive measures to prevent crime within the community, reducing overall criminal activity levels.
  • Participated in joint task forces targeting specific criminal organizations, contributing to successful arrests and convictions of dangerous offenders.

Patrol Sergeant

Volusia Sheriff's Office
07.2023 - 08.2024
  • Provided critical incident command during emergency situations, directing response efforts to protect public safety swiftly.
  • Facilitated communication between command staff and subordinates, promoting transparency and resolving conflicts efficiently.
  • Evaluated case documentation submitted by team members to check accuracy and compliance with department policies aimed at protecting criminal cases.

Detective

Volusia Sheriff's Office
03.2022 - 07.2023
  • Investigated incidents and crimes, collected evidence and recorded witness statements.
  • Obtained and served search warrants related to ongoing cases.
  • Prioritized multiple active cases efficiently by continually reassessing urgency levels based on emerging factors such as public safety concerns or new leads.
  • Developed strong relationships with local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies for collaborative efforts in solving high-profile cases.

Deputy Sheriff

Volusia Sheriff's Office
10.2017 - 03.2022
  • Patrolled designated areas in patrol vehicle and on foot to identify security and safety issues.
  • Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.
  • Investigated incidents and crimes, collected evidence and recorded witness statements.
  • Demonstrated leadership ability within department ranks by mentoring junior deputies and serving as a reliable source of support for colleagues.

Education

Associate of Science - Criminal Justice

Daytona State College
Daytona Beach, FL
04-2026

Law Enforcement Academy -

Daytona State College
10-2017

High School Diploma -

CADEST
Kissimmee
07-2016

Skills

  • Criminal laws
  • Traffic laws
  • Evidence collection
  • Interrogation techniques
  • Crisis intervention and de-escalation
  • Drug identification
  • Collaborating with agencies
  • Controlled tactical operations
  • Serving search warrants
  • Resource management

Accomplishments

  • Nominated for Deputy of the Quarter (2020) for proactively monitoring the pawn shop database for suspicious activity, which ultimately led to a successful conviction.
  • Named Detective of the Quarter (2022) for solving a complex home invasion case, resulting in three successful convictions. Also credited with identifying and convicting multiple individuals involved in drug smuggling into the United States and the theft of high-end luxury vehicles. These efforts led to several federal convictions along the recovery of firearms, narcotics, and counterfeit government documents.
  • Led a multi-agency airport security detail responsible for the protection of President Donald J. Trump during a visit to Daytona Beach International Airport.
  • Assisted the Volusia Bureau of Investigation in a major narcotics seizure, leading to the recovery of 24 kilograms of cocaine.
  • Apprehended a suspect wanted in connection with a double homicide from New York after a three day manhunt.
  • Led an arrest operation targeting individuals attempting to engage in illicit activity with minors. The operation resulted in 14 felony apprehensions.
  • Successfully led the arrest of a homicide suspect from Maine.

Affiliations

  • Knights of Columbus

Certification

  • FBI Leeda- Supervisor Leadership Institute
  • FBI Leeda - Command Leadership Institute (Sept 2025)
  • FBI Leeda- Executive Leadership Institute (Nov 2025)
  • HIDTA Patrol Assisting Narcotics Course
  • First Line Supervision
  • Advance Report Writing
  • Overdose Deaths


Timeline

CST Sergeant

Volusia Sheriff's Office
08.2024 - Current

Patrol Sergeant

Volusia Sheriff's Office
07.2023 - 08.2024

Detective

Volusia Sheriff's Office
03.2022 - 07.2023

Deputy Sheriff

Volusia Sheriff's Office
10.2017 - 03.2022

Associate of Science - Criminal Justice

Daytona State College

Law Enforcement Academy -

Daytona State College

High School Diploma -

CADEST

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